Arsenal faces defensive crisis ahead of Real Madrid clash

DDM News

Arsenal’s defensive struggles worsened in their Premier League match against Fulham on Tuesday night.

Diaspora digital media (DDM) revealed that Gabriel Magalhaes suffered a hamstring injury less than ten minutes into the game.

The Brazilian centre-back pulled up while attempting to recover possession during a counter-attack.

He was visibly in discomfort, hobbling near his penalty area before eventually going to ground.

Medical attention was required, and he was immediately substituted from the game.

Gabriel’s injury adds to the growing concerns for manager Mikel Arteta.

Arsenal is already dealing with a list of absentees affecting their squad.

The first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid is fast approaching.

Losing a key defensive figure at this stage could prove costly.

Ben White was unavailable for the Fulham match due to a minor training injury.

Jakub Kiwior replaced Gabriel as Arsenal adjusted to the early defensive disruption.

Before the match, Arteta acknowledged White’s fitness concerns.

The defender had been managing a “little niggle” and was not fit to play.

Gabriel’s injury now adds to Arsenal’s defensive woes.

The team also faces the long-term absences of Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.

Both forwards remain sidelined, further depleting Arsenal’s squad options.

The upcoming fixtures present little relief for Arteta’s side.

Arsenal will visit Everton this weekend before hosting Real Madrid three days later.

Facing the Spanish giants without two key defenders increases their challenge.

Arteta received positive news regarding Bukayo Saka’s recovery.

Saka returned to the squad after a long absence due to injury.

Arteta expressed satisfaction with Saka’s rehabilitation process and progress.

He stated, “We have respected the time frame and held him back.”

Saka is now fully ready to return to action.

Arsenal is in a critical phase, balancing domestic and European ambitions.

The growing injuries threaten to disrupt their momentum at this crucial stage.

Arteta must find solutions to keep their hopes alive.

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